I found this Thai Spot in Irving Park thanks to Yelp, and it saved the day! I had an evening work appointment nearby and was in desperate need of some fuel after a long day. Thai Aree House fit the bill. I came in around 5:30PM on a Wednesday to an empty restaurant. Not to worry-- a very friendly male server greeted me and gave me their biggest table "to spread out" along with the newspaper to read while I waited. I ordered the pad thai, which came out 5-10 minutes later. Service was speedy here (as it should be when you're the only one dining in the restaurant!) The pad thai was great-- served with plenty of peanuts, just the right amount of sauce, bamboo shoots, egg, and lime for the top. At $8.95, the portion was just right and plenty filling for one meal. At the end of my meal, they gave me a free dessert of water mellon along with a stick of gum. Funny but nice touch. I will say, the restaurant isn't the prettiest place. I would recommend for take-out, which seems to be the bulk of their business anyhow. read more

I have been going to this place for years. Every now and then I will try a new thai place, and they never equal up to Thai Aree. Customizable dishes, excellent service (Eddie knows my family now and will recommend adjustments and substitutes to our taste and is ALWAYS spot on) and it's BYOB! Please try this place- you won't regret it! :) read more

Pad See-we with tofu, it is always a safe dish to order when you walk into a new thai restaurant. The wide noodles absorbed the sweet sauce perfectly with the right amount of broccoli and tofu. However, I wish the tofu is more favorable. Maybe if you order beef, chicken, or duck would be better not bad ..The service was great. read more

Thai Aree House - Pad See-we - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is a great neighborhood place. The food is really well made and tasty. We had the Pad Thai and Pad See Ew along with some spring rolls. Will definitely steely be back place doesn't look. That inviting but the food is worth it! read more

Superb food, fabulous experience - the owners are extremely thoughtful and cater to every need:) read more

Thai Aree House - Slices of Watermelon if things get spicy :) - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First time there and the place was quiet , quaint and most served delicious Thai food. Very vegetarian friendly, the owner takes care to ensure fish sauce doesn't make it into the food, food too spicy, he got us watermelon! This place rocks ! read more

Quiet little BYOB place with some of the best Thai around. The Thai Sausage appetizer was phenomenal. When they say spicy, they're not kidding around :) so somewhere between medium and spicy will be the way to go for us. We drive from the burbs for good Thai and this filled the bll. read more

I love this place! By far the best Thai food I have had in Chicago, Service while picking up is superb, they really appreciate the business. I usually get the Steamed Wonton which are delicious along with an order of egg roles, which I believe are the best in the city, and think you would agree, along with #62 - The Pad Woon Sen which is a made up of Chicken, Pea Pods, Shrimp, egg, mushrooms in a vermicelli stir Fry. Yesterday, we are also added Fried Rice to the order which we are now fans of too. If you are looking for the Best of "XXXX" in Chicago, I recommend Thai Aree House. I do not think they delivery, but do accept Credit Cards on orders above $15. They are not open for lunch unfortunately. read more

Best Thai food in the city of Chicago. Dining room is small and quaint. A family establishment with quality food. A must try for any Thai lover. Spicy Basil Chicken, Shrimp in a Blanket, Thai Sausage, and Panang Curry is our weekly order. read more

This place is very good. They make the food fresh and quickly. The owner is very personable. I am glad I found this location. I am a repeat customer. read more

This place is fantastic!!! The owner is beyond great with the service he provides...the pad Thai is one of the best I ever had!! Did I mention the pad see ew!!! Mouth watering goodness and the flavors are close to perfection as can be! A must have for any Thai food connoisseur 5/5 all day baby!!! Btw they give you sliced watermelon and piece of gum at the end of your meal!! read more

I grew up a block away from Thai Aree and my parents have been going there since way way way back in the day when they were on lawrence...So, this place has shaped my Thai tastes...Eddie taught me how to use chopsticks when I was 8...but anyways... The food here is always extremely fresh- in the summer they use peppers that they grow out back. I absolutley LOVE their Tum Ka Kai! and they're vegetarian dishes (i went through a phase when I was 12) are pretty stand out- try the vegetables in black bean sauce. They're salads are really good especially the Yum Nue which has steak, i believe, but is extremely good with chicken. Lots of lime, which I love, but sometimes it can get a little salty. I think they're prices are fantastic given the portions and the quality of the food. I have never ever been disappointed in Thai Aree. read more

I had the Panang and it was delicious. The chicken was cooked just right and the curry was spicy enough to pull everything together but not send me into tears. Our waiter, who I assume was also the owner, was extremely friendly and talked and gave advice throughout our order. He checked on us regularly and timed my second beer perfectly. And then when we were leaving, he brought out what was left of my beer without me even having to ask for it (I had forgotten about it anyway). The only problem I had with the place, and this was only a slight problem, was the appearance. It's not that it was an ugly place, but it lacked a certain appeal. I had a craving for Thai and met someone for a date there but I would have preferred an environment slightly more classy. But if you're already in a relationship and/or just looking for some good Thai, I would highly recommend this place. read more

My wife and I decided to stop by Thai Aree after reading all the good reviews. In our opinion, nothing beats great service, and that's what we received from the moment we got there until we walked out the door. In between, we enjoyed some very good food as well. We tried the Papaya Salad, Pork Satay, Pad Thai Shrimp and Massaman Beef. Everything we had was excellent. The Pad Thai was the best we've had in Chicago, as it had a very authentic taste. Overall, it was a great experience, and we will happily return someday. read more

I came here on the recommendation of a friend who said it was the best Thai food she had ever had and it certainly did not disappoint. I will definitely be back! read more

Me and my wife love coming here!!! Eddie and his wife are so humble and the nicest people I've ever met. Tom Yum Soup is my favorite! All their dishes are rich in flavor, authentic, and Eddie will always walk you through menu if you are unsure what the differences are.You truly feel like you are in someone's home here. Best Thai food in Chicago...period! Not to mention, its BYOB!!! read more

Ha, I decided to write this review because I am currently experiencing a huge craving for their Tom Yum soup....and I see I'm not the only one. Yes, it's the best. Yes, I'm serious. It's actually been awhile since I've eaten here. It's not fancy. It's not a "dining experience" ambiance wise, but it's cozy and warm and the owner is great....just makes you want to root for this place. Focus on the food..it's all about the food. I love spicy and Thai Aree does too. I've been wowed by everything I've tried here. I definitely need to make a trip back soon! read more

I really enjoy this restaurant a lot. My husband and I go here when we want Thai food. Its not to far from our house so we go here a lot. We have been bringing everyone that we know to the restaurant. The waitress here is fabulous and if you don't know what to order she will direct you to the right entree. She is just a great waitress. We really enjoy her. The food here is also delicious and always the right amount. Most of the time we always have leftovers. Its a great surprise to eat it again the next day. read more

Great local restaurant. Great people. We tend to get the same things every time and they are consistently good.

Wonderful costumer service the waiter very attentive to our needs, The food was actually very good we weren't disappointed i do recommend this restaurant. read more

So glad I found this Thai spot near my home! Really fresh and tasty food without any of the greasiness. I've tried the chicken pad Thai, pad see eew, curry rice, and basil fried rice-- all excellent and cooked to perfection! This is a really small, husband-wife restaurant and they are really sweet and even give you slices of watermelon when you order take out. Definitely try this place out! read more

Really good Thai and very nice people! We had the Red Curry, Cucumber Salad, Pad Kee Mao, and Egg Rolls and all were great! They do not mess around with spice though. Even the mild Kee Mao was very hot- just FYI!! read more

While I have yet to dine in here, my wife and I get take out here about once a month. Reasonably priced, incredibly charming owner, and tasty food. They always give generous portions of high quality, flavorful dishes, and usually throw in some freshly sliced watermelon as a gift. read more

What can I say about Eddie, his wife and Thai Aree? It is the ultimate comfort food for my wife and I. We've been going to TA for years and years now - we've seen TA grow in popularity to where almost every seat is taking on a Saturday night. Egg rolls. Tom Yum Kai. Chicken Satay. Beef Garlic. Yum. Yes, the decor leaves something to be desired. However, when you contrast against the superior service you get from Eddie and his family, I believe you're getting very, very good food at a very good value. I really can't say enough about TA. If you love thai food, I promise you'll like this place. read more

Very good food and service. Loved the Masaman curry and the girlfriend loved her seafood combo. He was very friendly and even gave us a bonus watermelon slice! read more

OK so once a cheater, always a cheater I guess...I am so sorry that I cheated on you Siam Taste Noodle! I cheated on you with your neighbor, you know - the one around the corner? I did it twice this week...it wasent enough the first time I went, I had to go back for more. I am so NOT sorry though. The first time, I had the beef salad as suggested by Bryan R's review and wow - it was great. My friend had the Red Curry Tofu w/Green Beans and it was amazing. It was super hot but I couldn't stop eating bites of the tofu. My lips grew twice their size because of the hotness alone! *Wow* The next night I went back for more, only this time I got the Pad Thai beef and it was so so spicy that it was hard to eat - although even though my nose was running and my mouth was on fire I continued because I am a dirty dirty cheater. I also had the fresh spring rolls and they were great as well, I would have them again and again. So although my first love around the corner is delish as well, this new found lover will be my new obsession...and Thai Aree I will try my best not to eventually two time you as well....xox read more

Excellent Thai for dine in or take out! The owner is a gem, so kind and welcoming and the food is consistently amazing! Our first dining in was with a large group and everyone loved everything that was ordered. BYOB. You end your meal with plate of fresh watermelon for dessert, which is exactly what you didn't know you needed/wanted after your meal. Prices are reasonable, and service is outstanding. read more

Wow, I left my phone there the other night by accident and Edie remembered where I lived. He rang my doorbell trying to give it back to me! He is adorable! He said: You need phone for business with his accent... great guy! read more

i live five blocks from here, and have never been. this happens a lot. i like my late lunches. a few trips to siam left me wanting a bit more. these guys don't open until 4. finally, today was the day. i'm really glad i went. one of the best quick-meal experiences i've had lately. one of, if not the best red curry i've ever had. the flavor was amazing. it didn't look like the blended type of red curries you mostly see, but had a bit of separation, like ghoulash. the spices were in full effect at "medium", just enough to get you a little sweaty. super nice guy waited on me who i assume was the owner. five stars, definitely. i will be back!!!!! read more

Ok I have to premise this...... When I ask for hot and spicy I usually get something that has a kick, but I'm always having to add additional hot and spicy goodness to really get it to where I want it to be. As a matter of fact I will go out on a limb and say I like hot and spicy every type of food. So I really didn't think it would be any different when I went to Thai Aree. Even after I asked for hot and spicy, even after the nice man taking my order asked if I was sure "hot and spicy here will make you sweat", and especially after he provided me with extra hot sauce and a few extra chilli peppers "all you have to do is wash and cut and throw in" in my take out order I thought for sure I was going to have to bust out the sirracha in my pantry. So when I took a bite of my Khee Mao I realized very quickly they're not messing around AT ALL..as a matter of fact this was the first time I've been really listened to when I said "extra hot and spicy please". AMAZING!!!! Also it was just really good in general. The extra broccoli I asked for was super fresh, the tofu great, the noodles spot on, and as I looked closer at it I realized there were all sorts of peppers in this dish...this is why the spiciness was more complex than I was expecting. Half is in the fridge for my husband, with a note that says "proceed with caution" I also ordered spring rolls good, fresh, but really you can't really screw up a spring roll. However a note about that. Normally I'm used to spring rolls having bean sprouts, tofu, and egg--not sausage, so when I stared to order my noodle dish and asked for tofu the nice man backtracked and asked if I knew the spring rolls had sausage in them...most servers at little hole in the wall Thai places don't usually pay that much attention to details like that. He did.... I just moved in steps away from this place, I think this could be the beginning of an amazing relationship. read more

A friend introduced me to Thai Aree, and I can't believe I hadn't let him convince me to go here earlier. This place is amazing, and the food above and beyond the other standard Thai places in Chicago. I just returned from Thailand, and the food here tastes remarkably like the hand and homemade, freshly cooked food off of the street carts in Bangkok. You can almost feel yourself sweating next to the zooming cabs and tuk tuks that fly by. The panang curry is sweet, spicy, slightly creamy and lingers in your mouth in all of its delicious, coconut-y glory. The young papaya salad is fresh, with bursts of spicy red pepper cut by the delicious peanut finish. Thai Aree will set a new bar against which the mediocre, paint by numbers Thai food that is all too prevalent in Chicago is compared. You must try this place! read more

Customer service is excellent, place is small but very clean. Who knew this little gem existed! If your in the area try it, you'll love it. Food is cooked by an older thai couple, one of the best! read more

I had the worst Thai-Aree-A after I ate here. NO....just kidding. But I did come here with a couple of friends for dinner one when there were just a few other patrons in the place. Our very enthusiastic host was helpful, but he was also just so hyper I didn't feel all that relaxed or comfortable. I really at this point don't recall what we ordered. We had one chap who doesn't do spicy and that was a challenge I remember. As I recall, the menu was pretty standard or template Thai, and nothing we had was particularly memorable. BYOB was good. But, living in a neighborhood with forty Thai restaurant choices, I doubt I would make the special trip back out here. After one shot, I don't get the appeal. But "each to his own." read more

My go to Thai in the neighborhood! The owner is so wonderful, the food is always on point (even takeout). Great portions and flavor.

Ed and Ann the owners are the best, they really care about every detail of your meal. Best service ever! They remind me of my own parents who are passionate about food and family. Love it! Food of course was excellent, Chicken soup flavored perfectly. Basil Fried Rice was wow heaven in every bite. Garlic Chicken, they crisped the garlic perfectly. Pad See Ewe I don't know how she does it but damn was that good, Jasmine tea watermelon and cherries for dessert no charge. Fantastic experience. read more

Charming small authentic Thai. Very attentive service. Sampled Yom tum soup, mee krob, lad na and ground chicken with basil and rice. Fresh basic versions of these dishes and as spicy as you might ike them. Flavors are not complex and perhaps a bit rough compared with higher end Thai places but they are authentically based and have not taken on that overly sweetened taste of much American Thai food. Liquor store nearby for beer. If you prefer wine probably best to shop elsewhere. read more

I love coming here. The owner is such a humble man and he has amazing customer service skills. His wife is an amazing cook. I don't go anywhere else for Thai food. read more

This is my go-to Thai restaurant - it's at an extremely convenient location for carry-out on my way home and is SO GOOD. It's one of those restaurants where it might be closed for a week on occasion because the owner is visiting family members back in Thailand - he's running the show, and doing a great job of it. The food is delicious. I have had not even the slightest complaint. I've done some travel in Thailand and have been visiting as many Thai restaurants as I can, and this is my favorite spot yet...I think I'm here to stay! read more

Amazing Thai food. The heat level can be requested to unbelievably mind numbing levels if requested. The husband/server and wife/cook team is the best kept secret of this neck of the woods. You will be treated like an old customer every time. Always ask for recommendation and bring you sense of adventure. You will not be disappointed. . read more

One of the better Thai food places on the northwest side. Very generous portions for a reasonable price. They do not shy away from the spice, which in my opinion is a great thing. read more